C.1890, French, Mystery Clock, Traditional gilt spelter statue

C.1890, French, Mystery Clock, Traditional gilt spelter statue holding a pendulum which swings with no apparent impulse. The base of the statue is actually pivoted and is able to turn a degree or so to the right or left. The pendulum both locks and unlocks the escapement, through complex geometry and an unusual escapement. The black marble case has some roughness on the sharp edges in various places, commensurate with its age; see original gilt incising in good order. The black marble dial and the incised gilt numbers are perfect. The hands are original. The statue has been replated, and the surface was a bit pitted before they started (only visible up close). The clock appears to be in good running order with original beveled glass pendulum. Height 24 inches